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A3 JOF

2005 Fiat Panda

Yellow Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

46,402 mi
Last recorded46,402 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Fiat Panda53,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 JOF
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 46,402 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 45,053 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Both Side (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 45,046 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases REAR EXHOUST BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hose slightly damaged BOTH SIDE FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDE REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 43,674 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 42,192 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 42,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 40,814 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 40,814 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 39,579 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 38,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 36,561 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 36,561 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 34,848 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 33,148 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 31,231 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 28,855 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 28,855 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 26,751 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 26,751 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,133 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 20,712 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Torque/reaction arm slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

baffle in rear exhaust silencer broken free from mounts

nearside front inner cv gaitor slight weep

Pass 29 Jul 2010 16,991 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 13,286 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 Jul 2009 13,286 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 10,235 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded and has a slight leak

How Reliable is the Fiat Panda?

Based on 1,821,354 MOT tests across 128,867 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
4,123
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
128,867
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66,636
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,798
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 19,354
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 14,650
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,270
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A3 JOF is a 2005 Fiat Panda in Yellow with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 53,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Panda fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 66,636 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 JOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Panda typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 JOF registered?

A3 JOF is a 2005 Fiat Panda, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is A3 JOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 JOF shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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